Surgical Technician

Since being established in 1956, Amery Hospital & Clinic has provided outstanding health care to Amery and our surrounding communities. We provide the kind of high-quality care you’d expect to find in a “big city” with the personalized dedication you can expect from a hometown doctor. In addition to primary care for all stages of life, we offer specialty services including oncology, cardiology, orthopedics, and surgical services. We strive to offer more to our patients – more care options, more comfort, and more expertise. In addition to our hospital and clinics, we provide specialized care for patients at our Behavioral Health Center and Wound Healing Center. We also work in close collaboration with other hospitals in the HealthPartners healthcare system, giving our community access to more high-quality care. As a Partner for Good, we believe that outstanding healthcare comes from combining science with compassion, spirit, and humanity. Everyone on our team helps make healthcare and insurance simpler and more affordable for all. Join us and become a Partner for Good, helping to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and the communities we serve. The Surgical Technician provides technical assistance to the physician during surgical and diagnostic procedures. This role prepares instruments, stocks, the operating room, and monitors equipment before, during, and after surgery. During slower times, the Surgical Technician will assist with sterile processing. The Surgical Technician has an understanding of the procedure being performed, provides patient care to the surgical patients under supervision of the registered nurse, and works closely with OR staff to provide comprehensive quality patient care. The Surgical Technician follows proper infection control practices and use of personal protective equipment. Work Schedule: Day shift 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m., call 3:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Will be part of the required call rotation for weekend coverage, with 2-3 holidays per year included. Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an approved practical/surgical tech course. One year of related experience. Ability to obtain surgical technician certification. Preferred Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of an accredited nursing assistant/health care assistant training program. Six months of experience in a healthcare setting. Additional Information: This is a non-union per diem (no set schedule) day shift position with call, working in Amery, WI. The full salary range for this position is $31.38-$47.06 per hour, based on experience and internal equity. This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act, and is not eligible for benefits. Amery is a qualified non-profit employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program .